•Since I am accepted to College, am I also accepted into the Childhood Inclusive Education Program?
A separate admissions application must be completed for education programs. Acceptance to the College does not guarantee acceptance to the Childhood Inclusive Education Program.

•What are the program requirements?
See the "About the Program" web page for this information.

•When are applications reviewed? Where do I obtain an application?
Program applications are reviewed twice each year: September 15 and February 15. Applications may be obtained from the Department of Education and Human Development (located in the Albert W. Brown Building), Undergraduate Admissions or Career Services (both located in the Rakov Center). You may also print one: Childhood Inclusive Application.

•If I apply and am not accepted, may I reapply?
Absolutely. The application you submitted will stay on file with the Department. If you wish to re-activate your application, the application, essay, transcripts, and letters of recommendation will be reviewed for the next application deadline.

If you wish to reactivate your application, you must e-mail the department your intention to do so. (ehdweb@brockport.edu)

•How is my application evaluated?
Faculty will review application criteria based on GPA, recommendations, quality of essay, and rank your application compared to other applicants.

•What are the chances I will be accepted into the Childhood Inclusive Education Program at The College at Brockport?
Competition for the Childhood Inclusive Education Program is great. The greatest competition exists in the areas of English and Social Studies.
Although there are minimum program requirements (2.5 GPA, experience working with children in a group setting, 45 hours of college-level coursework), most teacher candidates accepted into the program exceed these minimum requirements. It is to your advantage to have a strong academic record above the minimum 2.5 GPA, excellent recommendations, and solid experience working with children in a group setting.

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•Once I am accepted in the program, when can I begin taking my education courses?
Teacher candidates begin to take education courses based on the number of seats available in the program per semester and the individual teacher candidate's readiness to begin the program based on his/her academic preparation. Some teacher candidates may begin taking education courses the semester following program acceptance; some, however, delay at least one semester in order to finish necessary preparatory course work. The Childhood Inclusive Education Program Coordinator and department advisor review, plan, and monitor each teacher candidate's progress throughout the program.

•How long will it take to complete the Childhood Inclusive Education Program?
The Childhood Inclusive Education Program takes 3-4 semesters to complete initial teacher certification requirements. During the first 2 semesters, teacher candidates may take other courses in addition to their education work. However, no additional courses should be taken during the final student teaching semester.

•Will I need a car in order to meet the requirements of the program?
Since there are 3 semesters of field work, teacher candidates must provide their own transportation to and from the schools. This can be accomplished through car pooling, however most teacher candidates have their own car for field experiences and student teaching.

•Why should I consider The College at Brockport for teacher preparation at the Childhood level?
Brockport's Childhood Inclusive Teacher Certification Program is strong for the following reasons:
1. It was developed with input from public school teachers and administrators.
2. The faculty are caring, dedicated and highly-respected educators. Each faculty member in Childhood Education teaches college-level courses, is in the schools on a weekly basis providing supervision to our teacher candidates, and is engaged in current research in the field of education.
3. Each teacher candidate is engaged in on-going field experiences in addition to academic preparation:
Two field experiences and two student teaching placements are required of each teacher candidate obtaining Childhood Inclusive Certification at Brockport.
4. The program is rigorous, challenging and prepares its teacher candidates for the reality of teaching in the contemporary classroom and schools.
5. Employment opportunities are readily available to students via The College at Brockport's Office of Career Services and the department.

•How do I contact the Department of Education and Human Development?
The Department of Education and Human Development is open daily from 8 AM-5 PM.
Summer hours (mid-May through mid-August) are from 8 AM-4PM.
Phone: (585) 395-2205
FAX: (585) 395-2172
Email: ehdweb@brockport.edu
Mail: 350 New Campus Drive
The College at Brockport
Brockport, New York 14420

The Department of Education and Human Development is located on the second floor of the Albert W. Brown Building.

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